Toad & Co Sespe Sherpa Vest Review: Cozy Winter Warmth

The teddy-textured sherpa exterior is incredibly cozy and comfortable. It feels like a blanket, and I can wear it all day without wanting to take it off. The plush exterior adds warmth without feeling bulky, and it's comfortable against my skin when layered over a long-sleeve tee. It's become my throw it on and feel ready piece, especially for chilly mornings.

The XS did the trick for me right off the bat, and it runs true to size with standard layers. The slightly cropped length pairs well with high-rise jeans, joggers or midi dresses. Size up if you want extra room for chunky sweaters, but the standard sizing works well for most layering scenarios. The fit is comfortable without being too tight or too loose.

The plush sherpa exterior feels high quality and well-made. The fuzzy exterior can pick up a tiny bit of lint, so keep a lint roller handy if you wear darker layers underneath. The construction feels solid, and the materials suggest this will hold up well to travel wear. Care is straightforward for a sherpa piece.

As a vest, breathability isn't its strongest suit since it's designed for warmth. The sherpa material does allow some airflow, but you'll feel warm in this vest. It's perfect for those cold days when you need serious warmth, but it's not ideal for active pursuits where you might overheat. The breathability works well for its intended use as a warm layer.

This vest keeps my core warm while my arms stay free for hauling bags or lifting our toddler into a carrier. It's perfect for those in-between weather days when you need something between a sweater and a jacket. The warmth without bulk is exactly what I want for winter travel and everyday wear. It handles temperature swings well when layered properly.

The vest maintains its shape well after wearing and packing. It doesn't lose its cozy silhouette, and the construction holds up well to compression in a backpack. The sherpa material recovers well after being stuffed into luggage, and it emerges looking good.

The two zippered hand pockets stash my phone and lip balm, and the collar shields my neck from winter wind without needing a huge scarf. I even tuck a pair of gloves in there for playground swings. The pockets are practical and well-positioned, and the functionality works well for travel and everyday use.

The vest packs flat in my weekender and doubles as a layer for cold outings. It doesn't wrinkle easily, and the sherpa material maintains its plush appearance even after packing. The wrinkle resistance is solid for a travel piece.

The construction feels solid and well-made, and the sherpa material suggests this will hold up well to travel wear. I haven't had it long enough to test long-term durability, but the build quality feels good for the price point. The materials feel premium and built to last.

The polished silhouette pairs with high-rise jeans, joggers or midi dresses, so I can wear it from playdate mornings to dinner out without changing layers. It works for road trips, work-from-home video meetings, holiday markets and fall nature walks. The versatility is excellent, and it's one of the easiest additions to daily style that has made me feel a little more interesting in otherwise drab winter clothes.

The Sespe Sherpa Vest offers good value for the price. The cozy warmth and polished silhouette make it worth the cost, especially for travelers who want style and function. It's not a technical piece, but more of a style-add that performs well for its intended use.